Getting It Done by Roger Fisher and Alan Sharp
I picked this book up based on some positive reviews on Amazon and the fact that I recognized one of the authors from a popular sales/negotiation book that I was familiar with. The book covers a topic that is a common challenge for all types of Product Managers–how to lead through influence rather than hierarchy.
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I have read (examples here and here) and heard in numerous places that a Product Manager is like the CEO of the product. I’ve even used it to describe what I do to folks who are unfamiliar with the job. It makes for a nice visual and makes Product Managers feel good about themselves and the role that they play in a company. But it’s not really true.
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